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Abstract

The Northeast Monsoon flood disaster is a nature catastrophic that struck during monsoon season,
which from October to December, is negatively impact to the local communities. Therefore, this study
conducted to determine the effectiveness of internal factors in confronts the monsoon flood disaster in
Kota Bharu, Kelantan. This reseach involved with quantitative methods, where questionnaires is
require to collect and gather the data. This questionnaires is divided into two parts, namely
demographic profile and internal factors in confronts the monsoon flood. Targeted sample size was set
to 400 respondents and the study area is concentrated in Kota Bharu city. The analysis used in this
study is the correlation coefficient between variables. The results indicate majority of respondents
settled adjacent to the river is likely to build timber-structured house and higher than the land surface or a poles house to avoid flood disasters. In addition, respondents are cautious especially when there is
continuous raining by preparing the daily need such as water, foods, boats, etc., which is sufficient for
long period of one month or more. Despite the floods that bring joy to some residents, however,
respondents will move to higher and safer area along with the important documents when necessary. In
conclusion, the residents practiced the concept of adaptation to face the monsoon floods through
physically and mentality, as well as ensuring safety and healthy are in good condition to avoid any
unwanted circumstances.